Bangladesh rallies behind Argentina after win over England in World Cup semis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:23 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Bangladesh has shown passionate support for Argentina as the team reaches the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defeating England 2-1. Fans gathered in Dhaka to watch the semifinal, celebrating with flags and jerseys as the team advances to face Spain, who triumphed over France 2-0. Despite not qualifying for the tournament, Bangladeshi supporters have a long-standing affection for Argentina, influenced by football legends like Diego Maradona. The fervor has led to incidents of violence among rival fans and several community gatherings showcasing football-related enthusiasm as the country embraces the sport’s spirit during the World Cup.
- •Argentina defeated England 2-1 to reach the World Cup final.
- •Fans celebrated in Dhaka, showing support with flags and jerseys.
- •The final is scheduled for July 19 against Spain.
- •Violence related to football rivalries has been reported in Bangladesh.
- •Argentina’s fandom in Bangladesh has deep historical roots.
- 11:23 AMYahoo Sports — Why Bangladesh erupted at Argentina’s win over England and will be celebrating all the way to the final
"World Cup fever descends on this South Asian nation that has never seen its own team compete at tournament
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